Bailey Smith has drawn the ire of the Western Bulldogs and their superstar skipper, but teammate Sam De Koning has backed in the star. And he is open to a move back into the ruck.
Salary caps and player points were supposed to improve equalisation in local footy, but a country coach says dramatic change is needed as clubs across Victoria are stuck in a doom loop.
Bell Park has slumped to a 1-3 start to the season, and their coach says there is noone to blame but themselves. But a youngster who suffered a serious blow returned in their heavy loss.
Two prospects who emerged in local footy have put forward strong cases for the mid-season draft. Plus, a Cats academy prospect is sure to rise up draft boards. See the full Young Guns scouting notes here.
The Cats looked to have a solution to their ruck woes, but now they’ll have to get creative. Geelong coach Chris Scott on how they cover the blow and the thrilling final moments of their win.
Patrick Dangerfield was the headline act. However, even he was battling early on in the match. But the skipper and several out-of-form Cats stood up when it mattered most in Geelong’s comeback.
Geelong knocked off Collingwood in their last encounter, but concerning lapses and a big drop-off work right into the Magpies’ hands. And the Cats must address these issues fast.
Geelong’s reporting of injuries has come under question, and coach Chris Scott has made a surprise response. Plus, he explained why Tom Stewart and Gryan Miers were left out.
Tom Stewart wasn’t on Geelong’s injury list, but the vice-captain will be sideliend after missing the Cats’ main training.
There is no clear frontrunner in a tight Rising Star race, but Connor O’Sullivan is putting forward as strong a case as any. And he has a point of difference. See the contenders and have your say.
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